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The Hollanov Charity Zine is a fandom-led project inspired by the Irina Foundation from the Heated Rivalry universe. Our goal is to support real-world organizations focused on mental health advocacy and LGBTQ+ athletes inclusion in sports.Our main charity partner is You Can Play, with an additional organization to be chosen and announced in the future.
Schedule
| Milestone | Dates |
|---|---|
| Interest check opens | January 23 |
| Interest check closes | February 13 |
| Contributor apps open | March 1 |
| Contributor apps close | April 1 |
| Contributor app results | April 6 |
| Pitches | April 20 |
| Check In 1 | May 20 |
| Check In 2 | June 20 |
| Final Check In | July 20 |
| Preorders | August 20 – September 20 |
| September to October | production |
| November | shipping |
*All dates are subject to change.
FAQ
What is a zine?
A fanzine is an independently published magazine centered around a single theme, created in collaboration with fanfiction writers and artists.
Do you need to have read the books to participate in the zine?
No, it’s not required, but it’s encouraged if you want the full Hollanov experience. We purposely chose the time period between Heated Rivalry and The Long Game for the content of our zine, so that show-only fans don’t feel left out.
How old do you have to be to participate in the zine?
We require that you are 18+ since the source material deals with explicit content.
What are the zine specs?
The zine will be a physical A5, full color zine.
How many artists will you be accepting?
TBA (based on IC results)
How many writers will you be accepting?
TBA (based on IC results)
Will there be any guest artists?
We plan to invite several guest artists for this project.
Will NSFW be allowed?
Since the source material contains a lot of NSFW content, some of it is unavoidable. However, we ask that all art and fics remain at a mature rating rather than being outright explicit.
Is this a for-profit or charity zine?
This is a charity zine. All profits will be donated to organizations that support LGBTQ+ advocacy in sports. Our primary charity partner is You Can Play, and we will also be selecting a second organization to support at a later date.
What is You Can Play?
You Can Play is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion and belonging in sport. Through education, partnerships, and advocacy, You Can Play works with leagues, teams, and sport organizations to ensure all athletes and participants are respected and judged solely on their performance and character. Founded in 2012, You Can Play is a trusted partner across professional, amateur, and community sport, helping build safer, more inclusive environments at every level of play.
Is this a Hollanov exclusive zine? Can we include any other Game Changers characters?
The main focus will be Hollanov, but you’re more than welcome to include other characters from the series in your art or fics, as long as Hollanov remains the primary focus (ex: outsider POVs on the Hollanov relationship).
What is the theme of the zine?
The theme of the zine is to create works for the 3 years between Heated Rivalry and the Long Game. During this time, Shane and Ilya are in a relationship, but Ilya is still playing for Boston or transitioning to Ottawa. We chose this specific period to ensure that both book readers and show-only fans can enjoy the zine.
Are Alternate Universes allowed?
We ask that all works generally stay within canon. Since the year before Ilya officially moves to Ottawa isn’t explored extensively in the books, we chose this time period because it gives contributors the most room to play and interpret.
How will contributors be compensated?
All contributors are guaranteed a free digital copy of the zine. If funds permit, they will also be compensated with a free physical bundle. The remaining profit will be donated.
Do I need any zine experiences to apply?
Not at all! We welcome applicants of all experience levels!
Can I apply for more than one role?
Yes, you may apply for multiple roles. However, you will only be accepted for one role.
Is traditional art allowed?
Yes! Please make sure provide a clean and high-quality scan of your work, scanning in 600dpi or more are highly advised.
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Meet the Mods
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Writing
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Guidelines
General
Application Age : All contributor applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Link Accessibility : Your portfolio must be in something like Google Drive, Google Docs, Ellipsis, etc., and must be completely viewable. Make sure your access settings are correct — if we cannot view your portfolio pieces, your application will not be considered.
Content Tags : Each portfolio piece should be clearly marked with any necessary content warnings clear at the beginning.
Originality : All works submitted must be original and created by the applicant. AI-generated works are not permitted, and any contributor found using AI will be removed from the zine.
Portfolio : Each position requires specific criteria for the application portfolio—please view the relevant section below!
Page artist
Page artists are expected to complete a fully illustrated full color piece in A5 size with a background. A black and white piece is also acceptable if in full detail for aesthetic reasons.
Portfolio must include at least 5 pieces, but do not exceed 10 pieces.
We are looking for the following elements: anatomy, composition, color, line work, background, lighting and stylization
Merch artist
Merch artists will be expected to make up to three merch items, digital, physical or a mix of them. The portfolio should show the style you would like to use and examples of what you wish to make. Please include any merch designs you have done in the past if applicable.
We are looking for the following elements in your portfolio: Use of color, individual style, composition, anatomy and posing.
Writer
Please provide 2 writing samples, each one up to 1,500 words and link to your AO3 account or portfolio of work.
Please have any content warnings at the top of the document. While the zine itself is SFW, we allow portfolio pieces that include content up to a ‘Mature’ warning - nothing outright explicit in terms of violence or sexual activity.
We are looking for the following in your works: characterization, flow, grammar, structure, originality, attention to detail and more.
Terms of Service
This website is a fan project created by supporters and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to Rachel Reid or the Heated Rivalry Series in any way. All names, trademarks, and related materials remain the property of their respective owners.We may choose to support charities through donations, but we are not affiliated with or directly representing those organizations. All donations are made independently by us as fans.By using this website, you acknowledge that this is an unofficial, fan-made initiative created purely for enjoyment and community purposes.